Warehouse Operative/FLT driver

Driver Hire Northampton & Daventry; Kettering; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated FLT/Warehouse Operative to join their dynamic team in Kettering. This role offers a blend of responsibilities, including operating forklifts, managing warehouse duties, and ensuring product quality. With a competitive salary and a generous attendance bonus, this position provides a stable and rewarding career path. The company prides itself on creating a supportive work environment, where employees are valued and encouraged to grow. If you're looking for a role that combines operational tasks with a focus on safety and quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Counterbalance and Reach FLT licence (RTITB or ITSAAR) required.
• Experience in handling bulk liquids is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Using FLT to load/unload vehicles and manage stock.
• Quality checking of products and ensuring safety protocols.

Skills

FLT driving

Warehouse duties

Quality checking

Workplace safety

IT literacy

Education

GCSE standard

Tools

WMS systems

Job description

Job Title

FLT/Warehouse Operative

Location

Kettering

Commutable from

Northampton, Wellingborough, Corby

Shift Pattern & Pay

Monday - Friday
6am - 2pm / 10am - 6pm rotating weekly
£13.50ph PAYE based on a 37.5 hours week
Perm Salary £29k+ (Including £200 per month attendance bonus)

Temp to Perm Opportunity

Description of the Role

• Using FLT to load/unload vehicles and put stock away in warehouse racking
• General warehouse duties
• Unloading bulk lubricants from tankers into IBC (large containers)
• Quality checking of products and testing samples
• Awareness & accountability when handling expensive products, in excess of £300,000 per day
• Responsible for receiving bulk lubricants into the internal tank farm, ensuring strict quality & environmental processes are followed

Note: FLT driving is a small part of the role.

Role Requirements

• Counterbalance and Reach FLT licence (RTITB or ITSAAR)
• In-house licences not accepted
• Educated to GCSE standard
• Experience in handling bulk liquids is desirable
• IT literate
• Experience with WMS systems
• Good understanding of workplace safety

Why Work with Driver Hire

Driver Hire Northampton and Kettering is part of Driver Hire Nationwide, the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruiter. We offer regular, ongoing, and varied work from multiple clients across Northamptonshire. We treat you as a professional and provide a friendly working environment. According to our latest satisfaction survey (December 2024), 97% of candidates are proud to work for us, and 90% would recommend us.

Interested in Applying?

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